The article discusses the extraordinary journey of the Italian programmers who developed the fantasy hack ‘n slasher game, Kien, for the Game Boy Advance. Despite facing numerous delays and setbacks over the course of 22 years, the game has finally been released in cartridge form, playable on original GBA hardware. This makes Kien one of the most-delayed games in history, according to The Guardian. The Italian studio behind Kien, AgeOfGames, initially struggled to find a publisher willing to take a financial risk on the game. However, with the resurgence of retro gaming and the support of a publisher specializing in classic console games, Kien has been made available for purchase at a price of $60. The story of Kien serves as a testament to the enduring popularity and accessibility of retro gaming in today’s market.